Consultant in Stroke Medicine
The closing date is 06 January 2026
We are seeking to appoint a Consultant in Stroke Medicine to join our Eastern services based at the Royal Devon & Exeter Hospital. This role forms part of a wider integrated department that includes our Northern services based in Barnstaple, working collaboratively to deliver high‑quality stroke care across North, East, and Mid Devon.
About us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within peoples own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state‑of‑the‑art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world‑class care to our local communities.
It’s never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you’ll help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Job responsibilities
Successful candidates will be offered autonomy and dedicated time to undertake supporting professional activities, including teaching, training, and the opportunity to pursue sub‑specialty interests. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a consultant post that aligns with your professional aspirations within a forward‑thinking and supportive organisation.
The Royal Devon is a Trust that actively encourages innovation, diversity, digital development, and research. The post is offered on a whole‑time basis (10 PAs), but suitably qualified applicants who wish to work part‑time will be considered. We are committed to flexible working arrangements, including job sharing, and will discuss these options with shortlisted candidates.
We welcome applications from established consultants and senior trainees who will be within six months of completing specialist training at the time of the Advisory Appointments Committee. Applicants must have completed specialist training in Stroke Medicine and be entered on the GMC Specialist Register prior to taking up the appointment.
Qualifications & Experience
* Established consultants or senior trainees within six months of completing specialist training in Stroke Medicine.
* Completed specialist training in Stroke Medicine.
* Entered on the GMC Specialist Register prior to taking up the appointment.
* Preference will be given to staff with Priority and "At Risk" status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
Person Specification
See job description text above, and (where applicable) you can download a copy of the full job description.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work‑life balance through flexible working schemes and our family‑friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
Salary is not the only financial benefit.
You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers.
You will also have access to other benefits including:
* National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
* Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter.
* Car lease schemes.
* The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
* Cycle to work scheme.
These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.
Contact & Application
Interview Date: TBC
For further information please contact: Aisha.McClintock@nhs.net
Company Information
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
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